macOS users unable to connect to GP with Error “CSSMERR_TP_CERT_SUSPENDED” on PanGPS.log
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Created On 07/22/22 05:47 AM - Last Modified 01/12/24 22:26 PM
Symptom
- Some MAC OS users are unable to connect to Global Protect.
- PanGPS logs display "error = “CSSMERR_TP_CERT_SUSPENDED”
Environment
- macOS: 12.4.0 (and higher)
- Supported GlobalProtect (GP) client
- Supported PAN-OS
Cause
- Server certificate does not meet the newer macOS requirement documented here.
- TLS server certificates must have a validity period of 825 days or fewer on macOS.
Resolution
- Create a new GP server certificate meeting the apple's certificate requirements https://support.apple.com/en-us/103769
- Use the new certificate in the SSL-TLS profile used for GlobalProtect Portal/Gateway.
- Commit the configuration.
Additional Information
Certificate Config for GlobalProtect